Overview
Upon successful completion of this course the participant will have the knowledge and skills required to be a competent member of an Industrial Fire Brigade Response Team. Through exposure to hands-on scenarios, theory and practice, the learner will develop the ability, skills and knowledge to handle fires of an increased complexity
Level I: A review of fire theory and behaviour, classes of fire, extinguisher use and plant emergency procedures is followed by field exercises with extinguisher or foam. Individual and team exercises are performed. A classroom review of BLEVE hazard is followed by field exercises on propane fires.
Level II: A review of SCBA, ICS and team response to fires is followed by field exercises on propane, gasoline (flange fires) and diesel fires. Students use extinguishers, in-line foam, hoses and wheeled units while responding in full turnout gear (including SCBA). Opportunity is given for team leaders to control their members during exercises under the instructor’s supervision.
1 to 2 days
Participants are required to be physically capable of performing strenuous activities associated with fire service duties.
Every year, fires and other emergencies take thousands of lives and destroy property worth billions of dollars. Personnel trained in fire fighting techniques can help protect against these dangers by understanding the dangers and having the training to rapidly respond to a variety of emergencies.